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About a year ago, Handi Quilter added a simulation mode to HQ Pro-Stitcher. Here’s what we love about the simulation mode:
1. You can disconnect the Pro-Stitcher tablet from the quilting machine, but still use Pro-Stitcher to get ready for quilting out your design — or combination of designs. You set up the quilting plan while comfortably seated in your easy chair. Then, put the tablet computer back in the bracket, create your area, and quilt out your design.
2. You can install HQ Pro-Stitcher to a Windows-compatible computer. Then, like just using the tablet off of the machine, you use your computer with a mouse and run Pro-Stitcher in simulation mode to create your quilting plan. After you are happy with your design(s), save them to a USB drive, and copy to the Pro-Stitcher tablet to print out.
3. Both of these alternatives are great options for “playing” with Pro-Stitcher and trying out the features without actually stitching them out on a quilt. However, you can still see how the design will stitch out on the screen. Handi Quilter educators are starting to use the simulation mode to teach how to use HQ Pro-Stitcher when there isn’t a quilting machine available for each student. The class members still do all of the functions on their tablet or laptop and then “stitch” it out on the screen. It’s a very efficient way to learn how to use Pro-Stitcher — either on your own or in a classroom setting.
In the April educational webinar, educational coordinator Vicki Hoth and director of quality assurance Richard Eich demonstrated how to install the Pro-Stitcher simulator on a separate computer.
You can find written installation instructions on page 8.6 of the HQ Pro-Stitcher user manual.
We recommend that you use the most recent version of HQ Pro-Stitcher. You can find it on the Handi Quilter website (click here).
We’re confident you’ll love this new Pro-Stitcher option.
Can I put the simulator on a MAC?
I am a Mac user and am in the market for a new laptop. I want to take the advanced class but do not want to purchase 2 laptops!
Pro-Stitcher is a Windows based program. In order to use it on a Mac, you would need a virtual machine program that will let you run Windows programs.
I installed simulator in my laptop. I can’t seem to define an area. Any suggestions. Thank you
Hi Pat, Be sure to click the simulate button on the workspace toolbar (on the left). That will allow you to move the cross hairs and create an area.
How do I get it out of simulate mode? I’ve tried everything
Hi Mari,
Go to the settings tab, Advanced button and on the side bar touch the Simulation on/off button. Then you must re-boot Pro-Stitcher. File tab, Shut Down button and choose Reboot from the drop down.
Happy Quilting!
Can I put my simulator on my new laptop when I have already installed it on my old laptop. Can I move it to my new laptop.?
Yes you can put it on your new laptop. Download the latest version from prostitcher.com
I cannot find my saved files I have made folder with my name saved to that file but when I try to open nothing there but if I do another file and save I see all my files just can’t open what am I doing wrong
Hi Linda, I’m not sure I can answer without seeing your process. I think if you call your local Handi Quilter retailer who supports you and your machine they will be able to help you sort this out.
Please help. I successfully updated to the latest version. I got the updates but I am in permanent simulator mode. I have rebooted and changed back and forth but something wrong happened while I was updating. No matter what I do I cannot get out of simulator mode on my tablet which is attached to my machine
Hi Lynn, Sorry you are having difficulties. First try re-installing the update. If you still have problems the first place to reach out to is your local retailer who supports you and your machine. If that is not possible, then email support@prostitcher.com
I installed the simulator program on my PC and now it has disappeared. How do I get it back? Thanks
Wanda, it’s hard to answer your question. There are so many different variations of computers and operating systems. Please consult with a computer technician for help with that.
Can I create designs in Pro Stitcher Simulator on my PC and transfer them to my Pro Stitcher Tablet to stitch out?
Hi Melissa, Yes, you can save designs from PS Simulation and take them to your Pro-Stitcher for stitching.
I am a new owner of an Amara and ProStitcher. Ive been advised to get a laptop to download ProStitcher simulator to to practice with as my laptop currently is a Mac. Do you have any suggestions on which compatible laptop I should consider? I don’t want anything too inexpensive as I don’t think it will hold up long but I also don’t want to break the bank. Help!
The minimum requirements for a pc are:
Windows 10 or later
Net framework 4.6.2 or later
MS Visual C++ 2015 or later
Open GL 3.0 or later
Simulator is great. I have it on my computer so I can check out designs and settings at home before I take my quilt to the shop where I rent time on an Amara.